Big Sandy Community and Technical College
1 Bert T. Combs Drive
Prestonsburg, KY 41653

Big Sandy Community and Technical College offers residents near the Kentucky community college the opportunity to obtain a quality postsecondary education without leaving home. Thus, whether your interest lies in transferring to a four-year institution or immediate entry into the workplace, Big Sandy Community and Technical College can meet your needs through transfer coursework, technical and career programs and workforce training programs.

The faculty and staff of Big Sandy Community and Technical College are dedicated to helping students succeed in accomplishing their objectives. A strong student services program can support your educational pursuit through an easy registration process, effective counseling, and a variety of scholarship and financial aid opportunities.

Classes are conveniently offered at several campuses: Hager Hill, Mayo, Prestonsburg and Pikeville and other off-site locations. There are also Internet classes, distance learning and KET offerings all available at Big Sandy Community and Technical College. There are many options for any type of student, with regards to scheduling classes at this Kentucky community college. Gone are the days of solely day and night classes. Classes at Big Sandy Community and Technical College are available mornings, afternoons, evening, nights, and weekends. Some classes may even be available in a shortened time frame, such as in four- or eight-week sessions.

Quick Facts:

• Big Sandy Community and Technical College's mission is to provide a two-year course of general and technical studies designed for transfer to a baccalaureate program and/or training necessary to develop a workforce with skills to meet industry needs and remedial and continuing education to improve the employability of citizens.


• Big Sandy Community and Technical College is a fully accredited, multi-purpose, comprehensive, two-year Kentucky community college that provides affordable postsecondary educational choices to underserved communities.


• The region's economy relies heavily upon the coal mining industry. As that industry faces ongoing changes including technological advances leading to a reduced workforce Big Sandy Community and Technical College has played a critical role in identifying alternate forms of economic growth.


• Big Sandy Community and Technical College promotes an open door admission policy, flexible course schedules including day, evening, weekend and off campus classes as well as financial aid for qualified students.